Surveillance Detection (SD) Supervisor at the U.S. Consulate

The U.S. Mission to Nigeria comprises of the Embassy in Abuja, FCT, and the Consulate General in Lagos. U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Surveillance Detection (SD) Supervisor - Employees of the Mission - All Agencies

Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-029
Location: Lagos
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
Series / Grade: LE - 0710 5
Promotion Potential: LE-5

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • Current Employees of the Mission - All Agencies.
  • Note: EFMS Have Been Expressly Prohibited From Applying For SD Positions Since 2008, Due to the Unique Nature of the Job, Per 08 State 5302.
• Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Appointment Type Details: IIndefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.

Summary

• The work schedule for this position is: Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
• Supervisory Position: No
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: Not Required

Duties

• Job holder conducts daily operational supervision for a 9 member Surveillance Detection Unit (SDU), as well as accountable for operational Surveillance Detection equipment assigned to SDU.
• Incumbent identifies suspicious activity and/or possible surveillance and submits information to support a preliminary analysis;
• Engages in close observation to identify and report potential hostile surveillance directed against U.S. Government facilities, employees, family members, and residences; and initiates emergency responses as necessary to safeguard life and property.
• The incumbent directly reports to Surveillance Detection (SD) Coordinator.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
Education Requirements:

• Completion of Secondary School is required. 

Experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year of military, police, or private experience in the field of security is required. This includes six (6) months of supervisory experience. 

Job Knowledge:

• Knowledge of surveillance techniques, as well as familiarity with local pedestrians and vehicular traffic patterns and habits is required.  Working knowledge of the preparation of reports and schedules, awareness of cultural norms and customs is required.

Evaluations:

• This may be tested. Applicants MUST address ALL language proficiency requirements to be considered.

Language: 

• Good working knowledge of English Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.

Skills and Abilities: 

• Must possess a valid Nigeria drivers license.
• Ability to manage the work of others in a team environment, as well as the ability to prepare oral and written reports, and operate communications Surveillance Detection (SD) equipment and cameras are required.
• Basic computer skills are required, to include keyboarding with accuracy and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite - Word and Excel. 

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):

• The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits
Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Salary
NGN4,007,848 annually.

Application Closing Date
8th March, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Information

• All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.
• To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page.

Required Documents:
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:

• Residency and/or Work Permit
• Secondary School Certificate 
• Valid Driver's License

Next Steps:

• Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email. 
• For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
• Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria.